2025.09.02

Gangmates Release Notes: v2025.09.02

Release Date: September 24, 2025 Environment: Prod Version: 2025.09.02

🎯 Release Overview

This comprehensive platform enhancement introduces intelligent data retention and archiving capabilities alongside critical security improvements and enhanced communication features. We've implemented policy-driven data management that aligns with Nigerian compliance requirements, resolved critical session timeout issues, and introduced powerful file sharing capabilities for remittance communications - all designed to improve security, compliance, and collaboration efficiency.

📋 Summary of This Release

  • 🗄️ Intelligent Data Retention & Archiving - Policy-driven automatic archiving with per-table retention overrides, zero-migration rollout, and one-click CSV exports for compliance and performance optimization.

  • 🔒 Enhanced Session Security - Fixed critical session timeout issues including frozen countdown warnings and improved automatic logout processes for reliable user experience.

  • 📎 Advanced File Sharing - Multi-file attachment capabilities in remittance communications with secure downloads, visual previews, and comprehensive audit trails.

  • ⚖️ Nigerian Compliance Ready - Automated retention policies aligned with Nigerian regulations (6 years payroll/tax, 5 years AML, 3 years activity logs).

🚀 Detailed Release Notes

🛡️ Security & Compliance

🔒 Enhanced Session Management Security

  • Fixed Critical Session Timeout Issues - Resolved session warning countdown freezing at specific time intervals preventing proper user notification

  • Improved Automatic Logout Process - Enhanced session termination to prevent session conflicts and unexpected disruptions

  • Session State Synchronization - Better coordination between client and server for consistent session management

  • Reliable Session Cleanup - Proper session termination improves data security and prevents unauthorized access

🗄️ Compliance-Ready Data Retention

  • Nigerian Regulatory Alignment - Automated retention policies meet Nigerian compliance requirements (6 years payroll/tax, 5 years AML, 3 years activity logs)

  • Legal Hold Support - Administrators can request custom retention periods and place legal holds via support channels

  • Audit Trail Preservation - Complete auditability maintained while optimizing system performance

  • Zero-Migration Implementation - Archive tables auto-created and schema-synced without requiring database migrations

📋 Automated Data Governance

  • Policy-Driven Retention - Intelligent data management based on predefined retention policies for different data types

  • Per-Table Override Capability - Custom retention periods for specific datasets (logs 3 years, payroll 6 years, AML 5 years)

  • Automatic Archive Creation - Archive twin tables created automatically in same database for seamless data management

  • Generated-Column Protection - Safe archiving process skips generated columns to prevent database errors

📎 Enhanced Communication & Collaboration

🗂️ Advanced File Sharing in Remittance Communications

  • Multi-File Upload Capability - Attach up to 5 files per message in remittance discussions between clients and agents

  • Comprehensive File Support - PDF documents, Word files, Excel spreadsheets, images, and text files supported

  • Visual Preview System - Images display with thumbnail previews and full-screen viewing capabilities

  • Secure Download Protection - Files protected and accessible only to authorized users with proper access controls

📋 Supported File Types & Features

  • Document Support - PDF, Word (.doc/.docx), Excel (.xls/.xlsx), CSV, and text files up to 10MB per file

  • Image Support - JPEG, PNG, GIF, WebP with automatic preview functionality and thumbnail generation

  • File Organization - Automatic organization by remittance and user type for efficient file management

  • Content Verification - File content verification ensures uploaded files match declared types for security

🤝 Improved Business Collaboration

  • Client Documentation Sharing - Clients can share supporting documentation, receipts, and clarification screenshots

  • Agent Resource Provision - Agents can provide completed forms, status updates with visual proof, and regulatory guidance

  • Complete Audit Trails - Both parties maintain comprehensive records of all shared materials for compliance

  • Enhanced Communication Flow - Visual indicators for messages containing attachments improve communication clarity

🗄️ Data Management & Performance

⚡ Intelligent Data Archiving

  • Automatic Data Movement - Data older than active window (90 days default) automatically moved to archive tables

  • Performance Optimization - Keeps application fast while preserving complete data access for compliance

  • Self-Service Export - Users with appropriate permissions can download both active and archived data as CSV files

  • Minute-Based Testing - Optional environment switch allows minute-based retention for quality assurance testing

📊 Flexible Retention Configuration

  • Default Retention Windows - 90-day active window with 3-year archive retention before hard deletion

  • Custom Override Support - Per-table retention policies can be customized for specific business requirements

  • Global Fallback Settings - 90 days + 3 years unless specific table overrides are configured

  • Zero Operational Overhead - No cron jobs or migration choreography required for implementation

🔧 Developer-Friendly Implementation

  • Minimal Configuration Required - Simple setup with no code changes needed for existing feature pages

  • Auto-Schema Synchronization - Archive tables automatically maintain schema consistency with source tables

  • Generated Column Safety - Insert operations skip generated columns to prevent database constraint errors

  • Seamless Integration - Single service call integration for existing applications

🎨 User Experience Enhancements

📱 Enhanced Visual Feedback

  • File Type Recognition - Appropriate icons displayed for different document types for easy identification

  • Upload Progress Indicators - Clear progress display showing selected files before message submission

  • Attachment Visual Cues - Messages containing files clearly marked with attachment indicators

  • Drag-and-Drop Preview - File removal capability before sending for better user control

🔍 Improved File Management

  • Thumbnail Generation - Automatic thumbnail creation for image files with full-screen viewing options

  • File Size Validation - 10MB per file limit prevents system overload while supporting typical business documents

  • Access Control Integration - Users can only download files from their own remittances for security

  • Automatic Cleanup - Orphaned files automatically removed to maintain optimal system performance

⚡ Performance & System Optimization

🚀 Enhanced System Performance

  • Reduced Database Load - Archived data separation improves query performance for active operations

  • Optimized Storage Management - Intelligent data lifecycle management reduces storage costs and improves efficiency

  • Scalable Architecture - Archive system designed to handle growing data volumes without performance degradation

  • Improved Response Times - Faster application performance through strategic data archiving

🔧 Operational Efficiency

  • Reduced Administrative Overhead - Automated retention policies eliminate manual data management tasks

  • Simplified Compliance - Built-in retention policies ensure regulatory compliance without manual intervention

  • Enhanced Data Access - Quick CSV export capabilities for both active and archived data

  • Minimal System Impact - Archive operations run transparently without affecting user experience

🎉 Benefits

  • 🔒 Enhanced Security Posture - Reliable session management and secure file sharing protect sensitive business data

  • ⚖️ Automated Compliance - Built-in retention policies ensure adherence to Nigerian regulatory requirements without manual oversight

  • 🚀 Improved Performance - Intelligent data archiving keeps the platform fast while preserving complete audit capabilities

  • 🤝 Better Collaboration - Advanced file sharing enables more effective communication between clients and agents

  • 📊 Simplified Data Management - Policy-driven retention eliminates manual data lifecycle management overhead

  • 🔍 Complete Auditability - Comprehensive data preservation ensures full audit trails for compliance and investigation

  • ⚡ Reduced Operational Burden - Automated processes reduce administrative overhead while maintaining data integrity

  • 💼 Business Continuity - Reliable session management prevents workflow disruptions during critical business processes

🚀 Next Steps

  1. 🗄️ Review Data Retention Policies - Familiarize yourself with the new automatic archiving and retention settings

  2. 📎 Test File Sharing - Try attaching files to remittance communications and verify secure download functionality

  3. 🔒 Verify Session Improvements - Experience the enhanced session timeout warnings and reliable logout process

  4. 📊 Export Archived Data - Test the new CSV export functionality for both active and archived data

  5. ⚖️ Validate Compliance Settings - Ensure retention policies align with your organization's compliance requirements

  6. 🤝 Train Communication Teams - Brief agents and clients on new file sharing capabilities in remittance discussions

  7. 📋 Update Documentation - Incorporate new file sharing and data retention features into user training materials

  8. 🔍 Monitor System Performance - Observe improved application performance from intelligent data archiving

  9. 📱 Test Mobile Experience - Verify file sharing and session management work properly on mobile devices

  10. 🛡️ Review Security Controls - Confirm file access controls and session security meet your organization's standards

💬 We Value Your Feedback

Your experience with these comprehensive platform improvements is crucial for continued development. Please share your thoughts through:

📞 Feedback Channels

  • Data Management - How effective are the new retention and archiving features for your compliance needs?

  • File Sharing - Does the new attachment capability improve your remittance communication workflow?

  • Session Security - Are you experiencing more reliable session management and fewer unexpected logouts?

  • User Community - Talk to your account manager in the support channel chats

  • Feature Requests - Submit ideas for additional data management or communication features

🔍 What We're Looking For

  • Compliance Effectiveness - Do the automated retention policies meet your regulatory requirements?

  • Workflow Improvement - How do the file sharing features impact your daily remittance processes?

  • System Performance - Are you noticing improved application speed and responsiveness?

  • Security Value - Do the enhanced session and file security features provide appropriate protection?

  • User Experience - How intuitive are the new data export and file sharing interfaces?

📞 Support

🛠️ Continued Support

Our development and support teams remain committed to your success:

  • Technical Support: [email protected]

  • Data Retention Help: Assistance with custom retention policies and legal hold requests

  • File Sharing Support: Guidance on using new attachment features and troubleshooting upload issues

  • Session Security: Help with session timeout policies and security configuration

  • Compliance Assistance: Support for meeting audit and regulatory requirements with new retention features

  • Documentation: Complete technical documentation available at docs.gangmates.com

🔧 Technical Resources

  • Data Retention Configuration: Guidelines for customizing retention policies for specific business needs

  • File Sharing Best Practices: Recommendations for effective use of attachment features in business communications

  • Compliance Documentation: Templates and guides for regulatory compliance using automated retention

  • Security Configuration: Best practices for session management and file access control

Questions? Our support team is ready to help at [email protected]

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